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IPL 2026 Points Table: The playoff race in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 took another exciting turn on Sunday as Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals secured important victories in their respective matches.
RCB defeated Punjab Kings to officially become the first team to qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals defeated Rajasthan Royals in the evening clash, keeping their slim playoff hopes alive and adding more pressure on RR.
Punjab Kings poor form continued as they slumped to their sixth consecutive defeat, further complicating their qualification chances.
IPL 2026 Updated Points Table After DC vs RR
CRICKET POINTS TABLE - Indian Premier League (IPL 2026)
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | NRR | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Challengers Bangalore - Q | 13 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +1.065 | 18 | WWWLL ▼ |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.400 | 16 | LWWWW ▼ |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 12 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +0.331 | 14 | LWLWW ▼ |
| 4 | Punjab Kings | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | +0.227 | 13 | LLLLL ▼ |
| 5 | Chennai Super Kings | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +0.027 | 12 | LWWWL ▼ |
| 6 | Rajasthan Royals | 12 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | +0.027 | 12 | LLLWL ▼ |
| 7 | Delhi Capitals | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | -0.871 | 12 | WWLLW ▼ |
| 8 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 12 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 1 | -0.038 | 11 | WLWWW ▼ |
| 9 | Mumbai Indians - E | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.504 | 8 | WLLWL ▼ |
| 10 | Lucknow Super Giants - E | 12 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 0 | -0.701 | 8 | WLWLL ▼ |
| M: Matches, W: Won, L: Lost, T: Tie, NR: No Result, NRR: Net Run Rate, Pts: Points, Q: Qualified, E: Eliminate Recent Forms: W = Won, L = Lost, T = Tie, D = Draw, NR = No Result Last updated on 17-May-2026, 11:50 PM | |||||||||
Major Highlights After DC vs RR and RCB vs PBKS
RCB Become First Team to Qualify
Royal Challengers Bengaluru continued their outstanding season with another clinical victory. With 18 points from 13 matches, RCB officially sealed a place in the IPL 2026 playoffs and strengthened their hold on the top spot.
Punjab Kings Continue Losing Streak
Punjab Kings are now on a six-match losing streak. Despite staying fourth with 13 points, their playoff chances are under serious threat as other teams continue to close the gap.
Delhi Capitals Stay Alive
Delhi Capitals kept their slim qualification hopes alive with an important win over Rajasthan Royals. Although they remain eighth, the victory gives them a much-needed confidence boost heading into the final phase of the league stage.
.@RCBTweets top of the table and the only side with a sealed qualification ❤️
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 17, 2026
What will the Top 4 look like at the end of the league stage? 🧐#TATAIPL | #KhelBindaas pic.twitter.com/mgNn9sesXi
Rajasthan Royals Miss Big Opportunity
Rajasthan Royals failed to capitalize on the chance to enter the top four. Their defeat leaves them tied on points with Chennai Super Kings, making the playoff battle even tighter.
IPL 2026 Playoff Race Scenario
The race for the IPL 2026 playoffs is becoming increasingly intense:
- RCB have officially qualified for the playoffs
- GT and SRH are close to qualification
- PBKS, CSK, and RR are battling for the remaining spots
- KKR and DC still have outside chances mathematically
Net Run Rate (NRR) is expected to play a huge role in determining the final standings as several teams are separated by just one or two points.
Conclusion
The latest IPL 2026 points table reflects how competitive this season has become. RCB’s qualification marks a major milestone, while Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals are beginning to feel the pressure. With only a few matches left before the playoffs, every result could dramatically impact the standings.
Fans can expect more thrilling action and twists in the coming days of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Also Read: DC vs RR IPL 2026 Highlights: Delhi Beat Rajasthan by 5 Wickets
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